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When a massive data center project called Monarch hits Mason County, residents are sounding the alarm—feeling ignored as county commissioners claim they’re powerless under state law HB 2014, which shields “High Impact Data Centers” from local noise and lighting rules. But locals are pushing back, questioning if Monarch even qualifies—and demanding more oversight from officials. Meanwhile, construction has already caused low water pressure and flooding, with the state forcing Monarch to fix its stormwater system. Commissioners say they can’t legally intervene on those issues, but are exploring ways to reclaim local control by collaborating with other counties. Complicating matters further, a Monday meeting with the state’s highway division looms, as Route 62 may need widening to handle the influx of heavy equipment and traffic. It’s a tangled web of state law, community frustration, and infrastructure strain.

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